Mountaineering + Alpine Climbing Course

Location

Mammoth Lakes, California

Group Size

2 people per guide

Duration

5 days

Our five-day mountaineering and alpine climbing course is a foundational course for those looking to climb the mountains of the world. We utilize Bear Creek Spire and Crystal crag to give you the skills to have your own adventures, from steep multi pitch rock climbs to the glaciers of Washington.

During this course, our students receive one on one climbing and risk management training in the eastern Sierra. During this course we will attempt to summit both Crystal Crag and Bear Creek Spire. These peaks are some of the most beautiful and classic in the country. During this course we will focus on Single and Multi Pitch rock climbing skills, Crampon and Ice axe use, Steep snow climbing techniques, Anchor building, Backcountry camping, Navigation, Crevasse Rescue and much more! 

This course is designed for the beginner or intermediate climber who wishes to develop strong fundamental skills in all aspects of snow, rock and glacier climbing. Day one is spent in the front country working on rock climbing skills. Day two we attempt to summit Crystal Crag outside of Mammoth. Day 3 we hike into our basecamp at the base of Bear Creek Spire, that afternoon we work through snow climbing skills. Day four we attempt the Northeast ridge of Bear Creek Spire. Day 5 we work on Crevasse Rescue and Rope team travel! After this course you will be that much closer to standing on the summits of your dreams.